The Guardian - 22 June 2022

Zumba community thriving

Motueka’s EJ Zumba classes led by Emma Paaka (pictured centre with green headband) have been helping keep locals fit, both mentally and physically for more than six years. Emma’s fun, high energy classes are open to every age and every BODY and on Saturday, 2 July she’s hosting the internationally renowned Zumba Jammer Marlex for a ‘Winter White-Out Party’. Read more on page 7.

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Line dance-a-thon for Hospice

Moving and grooving insync for a 12-hour Line Dancea-thon on Saturday, 11 June were members from Atawhai to Tapawera of Sioux Line Dance NZ as they raised $14,986.78 for the Nelson Tasman Hospice.

The group has been fundraising for Hospice since 2017 and this month they put their “Hands up for Hospice” by dancing non-stop for 12 hours.

“Of course we each had to take a break to replenish energy levels and hydrate now and then as advised by Danuta, our health and safety advisor,”

says Sioux Line Dance tutor Sue Wilson.

With dancing of all levels from learners to the more advanced, the group were on the floor of the Mapua Community Hall from 9am-9pm. Dancers paid a registration to dance and then acquired their own sponsors while donations came in from dancers unable to attend.

With the target of raising enough to purchase two AirVo machines, Donna Ching-Tregidga and Rachel Moffit of the Hospice were there at the beginning of the day to talk about the

value of the group’s efforts. The machines are a form of High Flow Nasal Cannula Oxygen Therapy considered a respiratory support system that delivers warmed and humidified respiratory gases to the breathing patient.

“As a teacher of multiple dance disciplines I take great care when putting programmes together and delivery is dependent on the skill factor of those on the floor at the time,” says Sue.

“Sometimes a call of the dance steps helps and is appreciated by many.”

Sioux Line Dance

NZ is grateful to their main sponsorsCastlerock Farming Co Ltd, World Travellers Motueka and Westpac Motueka.

Other contributions from Nelson Tasman Hospice (ice cream from Appleby Farming), Annette Lines, Leisure Line Dancers Stoke, Delicious Mapua, Stoke New World, Supercheap Auto, Super Liquor, Proper Chips, Pestells, Dutch Rusk, Motueka Community Store, Estell Water and Domino’s Pizza are appreciated. Visitors that came to watch and see what

Above: The beginning of the 12-hour Line Dance-a-thon that included line dancers from Atawhai to Tapawera.

this Dance-a-thon was about also contributed with a gold coin and more.

With Nelson Tasman Hospice providing specialist palliative care services for people of all ages and life limiting illnesses, Sue says it’s a cause close to their hearts.

“Each of us at some time in our lives have connections with Hospice. Within our own families, our friends, or self,” says Sue.

“Thus our passion to support patients, families both at home or in the Hospice and all staff at Nelson Tasman Hospice.”

Left: Sioux Line Dance NZ tutor Sue Wilson, Donna Ching-Tregidga of Nelson Tasman Hospice, Sioux Line Dance NZ’s Danuta Newport and Rachel Moffit of the Hospice at the event.

Opportunity for everyone to unleash their inner artist

It’s probably the most famous quote by the German artist Joseph Beuys, “Everyone is an artist.”

A statement that Motueka Winter Art Workshops organiser Ruby strongly believes in.

“I want to give the people in Motueka more opportunities to participate in art. We are all artists and it doesn’t matter if we consider our art to be good or bad it’s all art. It feeds our soul and keeps growing us even as adults.

Many of us including myself struggle to set out a time in the busy week to dedicate that to making or creating and that’s the beauty of joining a workshop.

Setting aside those hours without household distractions and dive into making. I invite everyone to join from complete beginners to established artists. It’s about giving it a go and having fun.”

The Motueka Winter Art Workshops started close to 30 years ago and are running again this winter.

There has been thousands of participants over the years and many skilled tutors who come in and share their skills and knowledge.

Let 2022 be the time to get your creative juices flowing and book into one of their art workshops.

They have painting, audio theatre, print-

making, scroll saw, harakeke, drawing, marimba, mosaic, stop motion animation, floral arrangement and stone carving.

The workshops kick off with a community painting, you will find the giant canvas and paints set up in Decks Reserve close to the library on Sunday, 10 and Monday, 11 July between 10am -1pm. This is a free outdoor event and everyone can be involved.

To read more information and make booking go to website bit.ly/motuekaart (type that into google) or paper programs from Potters Patch Shop.

Or email winterartmotueka@gmail.com

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The popular Motueka Winter Art Workshops are about to kick off.

A stone carving workshop is being offered.

Audio spectacle promised

In what promises to be an audio spectacle, the Nelson Symphony Orchestra will perform two triple concertos, each for piano, violin and cello and performed by the New Zealand Trio on Saturday, 25 June.

Prolific Beethoven will match off against energetic Gareth Farr. Other works include the dazzling Firecracker by Lissa Meridan and the dramatic Hutsul Triptych by Ukrainian composer Myroslav Skoryk.

The concert will be conducted by James

Donaldson, director of the NCMA. Nelson Symphony Orchestra Nelson Centre for Musical Arts, Nile St Nelson Saturday, 25 June 7.30pm

Right: Ashley Brown (cello), Amalia Hall (violin), and Somi Kim (piano) are preparing to wow the audience at the NCMA on Saturday night.

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Debut single from award-winning Te Tauihubased singer songwriter Lucy Summerfield

A national song writing award-winner since the age of 13, 16-year-old Te Tauihu (Nelson/Tasman) singer-songwriter Lucy Summerfield (right) released her debut single – ‘Hurihia’ – on May 6 for New Zealand Music Month.

Written and performed in te reo Maori, ‘Hurihia’ (meaning to change, turn things upside down) is about the inevitability of change – tough to handle at times, but the source of so much beauty in the world around us.

Lucy lives in rural Motueka – and knows change is heading her way.

“As a 16-year-old living in small-town New Zealand, it can feel like life is constantly changing on you and you can’t control it. Everyone leaves small towns and one day that somebody is going to be me. Our lives are all like that, constantly moving and changing, particularly these last few years of craziness. I had been struggling to find a way of looking at that inevitability that didn’t leave me feeling sad and scared. Hurihia was my answer.”

Originally written and performed as part of the nationwide song writing competition Smokefree Tangata Beats, Hurihia earned Lucy a place as one of the national finalists for 2021 – the only South Island representative. Previously as a 13-year-old she won Hook, Line and Sing-ALong, another national song writing competition with her song ‘Aotearoa no te katoa’, and received the lyric award for her song ‘Quiet Sky’ in the Nelson/Tasman Smokefreerockquest final.

Lucy is not a native te reo speaker but having studied the language for four years, it made perfect sense to her to compose ‘Hurihia’ in the language.

“In my experience, te ao Maori acknowledges the natural cycles of both people and the world more than Western culture. Te reo Maori gave me a way to express the concepts and fears in my head in a positive way, something I had been really struggling with in English. I am grateful for the people who have

so generously imparted their knowledge of te reo Maori me ona tikanga and shared in that journey with me.”

Recorded in Neil Finn’s Roundhead studio, Lucy describes ‘Hurihia’ as “a theme tune for our time”.

“To me this is a waiata formed from Aotearoa - conceived in a small rural town, recorded in Tamaki Makaurau and in the language of tangata whenua. ‘Hurihia’ represents the tying together of two cultures, the pioneering spirit of a young generation heading into the unknown, the hope we’ve been looking for these past few years.”

“I’m encouraging people to look to the natural world, to the swirling of the currents and the migration of birds, and see the beauty that change can bring.”

Hurihia CreditsWritten and performed by - Lucy Summerfield

Mastered by - Chris Chetland at Kog Studio

Audio engineer - Alex Corbett at Roundhead Studios

Special thanks to Nick Afoa for mentoring during the recording process.

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Take & Make: Matariki Star - 20-25 June

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Wish Upon a Matariki Star - 21 - 29 June

Hiwa-I-Te-Rangi is one of the nine Matariki stars. It is connected to our dreams, hopes and aspirations for the coming year. Join us in celebrating Matariki this year by adding your own wishing star to our display.

Matariki Pohutukawa Tree - 21 - 29 June

Pohutukawa is one of the nine stars of Matariki. It is connected to those who have passed on. We invite you to honour your loved ones who have passed away by writing their name or a favourite memory on a flower and adding it to our tree.

Nau mai, Haere mai, Te Oro Ha Presents a Matariki concert

Friday 24 June 5pm-5.45pm

Outside Te Noninga Kumu, the Motueka Library, Decks Reserve

Enjoy a concert with local music to celebrate Matariki.

Bring a rug, chair and kai for a lovely time with family and whanau. Free.

Engaging with our town’s youth for their future

More than 300 of our town’s youth have been surveyed or chatted to about what it is they want in terms of events aimed at their demographic and what kind of things they need help with.

It all stems from a “Motueka 2030” group project which is delving into events/activities, mental health/ wellbeing and employment/service engagement for our town’s

youth.

Sport Tasman has been contracted to focus on the events and activities with Tiegan Maru taking on the role of Youth Hub co-ordinator.

“It’s all about asking youths what it is they want, rather than going with what adults think they want,” says Tiegan.

There’s money in the kitty for events, and the consult -

ing phase has taken around three weeks with Tiegan seeking responses from 13-21 year-olds as to what they’d appreciate having on offer.

“The responses have been pretty varied. Lots of people want to do stuff that’s already in the community but they don’t know how to access it.”

While sports and youth groups have

been a popular focus, there’s also been an emphasis on life skills.

“Youth are interested in things like budgeting, how to apply for a job and first aid courses. All practical things that can be taken into the real world.”

The surveys and responses are currently being collated and once trends are recognised, from there the group will determine a plan, with the

ideas draft available around mid-June, and Tiegan hoping to host an event or training at the end of the month.

“There’s lots going on already for young people but finding the information can be difficult, so we’ve established a Virtual Youth Hub, which aims to be a one-stop-shop,” says Tiegan. “If we don’t have the information then we’ll endeavour to find it for them.”

Tiegan Maru has been conducting surveys and chats with local youth.

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Zumba community thriving

2 July. Get your ticket today!

Off the main drag on one of Motueka’s fairly quiet streets, at certain times of the week, cars begin filling up the empty parks. Emerging from vehicles are mums, teachers, doctors, beauticians, orchardists, barbers, artists, coaches and accountants among other professions, all with one intention – to spend an hour in one of Emma Paaka’s renowned Zumba classes. Combining Latin and international music Zumba is the fun and effective workout that’ll leave you feeling on a high, confident and excited for the next class. But Emma’s classes offer so much more than that say participants, some of whom credit Emma’s enthusiasm and inclusivity as “life-changing”, a way to switch off from everyday life and it doesn’t even feel like you’re exercising! Class goers say Emma’s focus on mental health is invaluable and her nondiscriminatory mantra has seen people of all shapes, sizes, genders and walks of life take to the dance floor. “It doesn’t matter if you’ve got two left feet, have never danced before or are incredibly shy. Once you begin a Zumba class you’ll never look back,” they say.

Children as young as babies are welcome right through

to retirees so don’t let child care be your excuse for not exercising as Emma also offers a free crèche on a Wednesday morning.

“Emma is an inspiration to us, she has a way about her that makes anybody and everybody feel really welcome.”

Teaching for more than six years and racking up more than 1000 classes in that time, Emma immerses herself in online training with the world’s best Zumba instructors and is constantly bringing her Zumba class new routines while ensuring she caters to a variety of needs. On Saturday, 2 July Emma is once again hosting the internationally renowned Zumba Jammer Marlex for a ‘Winter White-Out Party’ - this is a party not to be missed!

Tickets are on sale now so to secure yours head to one of Emma’s classes or contact EJ Zumba Motueka on Facebook for info!

EJ Zumba Memorial Hall, Motueka

Monday 6pm

Wednesday 9:30am with FREE CRÈCHE

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Friday 9:30am

Saturday 9:30am $8 casual, $6 High School student. Concession cards available

Paaka of EJ Zumba offers five classes each week.

Internationally renowned Zumba Jammer Marlex is being hosted by EJ Zumba on Saturday,

Students from St Peter Chanel had a blast during their schools annual Book Week, here they are dressed up as their favourite characters.

Pictured above right: Harry Potter fans; Sophie Summerfield, Isa Coppins, Gracie Copeland, Mia Price, Aphra Fisher, Phoebe Charles and Elizabeth Lockwood.

Right: Dr Suess fans, with their wild blue hair; Cooper Burnett, Cohan Turnbull, Chiara Denny and Luana Nicholson.

Below: Diary of a Wimpy Kid, is another popular book, here are Haris Mytton, Nikau Stephens-Semmens and Jack Thompson.

Where’s Wally? At Book Week of course! Here’s Layton Turnbull, Lucky Fadrequilan and Reagan Thomas.

Saturday 12th June was National Knit in Public Day. Pictured below: A group of ladies from Knit and Natter and Crafty Tarts met at the library and had a very pleasant morning knitting away. Many of the items knitted are donated to local charities.

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Former Tasman tip site now open to the public

Art Expo on this week

After many years of volunteer effort supported by Council the Mill Point Site at Tasman on Kina Beach Road is open to the public. Formerly the local village and wood mill rubbish dump, the site started leaking “undesirables” into the nearby tidal inlet and the Tasman stream so the Council capped the site with a metre of Moutere Clay and in 2005 the restoration began. Local volunteers and Tasman school

children began planting native trees and shrubs on a site which was little more than a mud bath in the winter and a baked barren flat in the summer.

Over 17 years, volunteers have planted thousands of plants supplied either by Council or from donations and weeded out the usual suspects of gorse, broom and pampas so that the area is now looking loved and mature. Rodent and stoat traps have been installed

to control four footed pests and the bird life is delightful. With funding from Community grants, facilitated by the Tasman Area Community Association (TACA), roadside fencing and access gates have been improved and an information sign produced. A car park has been created and picnic tables installed all from volunteer efforts and the generous support of local businesses.

Walkways meander through the site which the kids will enjoy exploring and there are lovely vistas of the tidal inlet towards Motueka from the picnic tables. So why not come along and explore this small but family friendly area –or even join the small group of regular volunteers who meet on the first Saturday morning of each month. Some of the team are shown here at the opening and unveiling of the new sign in May.

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All health & safety measures are in place for your peace of mind.

ACC approved, experienced, qualified instructors. Returning & new participants 1st Class Free (participating classes only).

Re-establish your exercise routine…. a step back to normality.

Variety of classes so there is something for everyone. Regular exercise will build leg strength, improve your balance & mood

To finds a class suitable for you call Falls Prevention Co-ordinator Ange 021 790 415

Eight women from Riwaka, Motueka and Mapua brought together through art are holding an art exhibition/sale from this Thursday, 23 July through til Saturday, 25 at St Thomas’ Church in Motueka, with free entry. They meet every two weeks at one another’s homes where kitchen islands or out-

side tables become their art space.

The exhibition features oil and acrylic paintings on various surfaces including garden art on corrugated iron. There is also a paper mache barstool where visitors can choose to be creative with pen or colour.

They are projecting images of their artworks on the walls dur-

ing the exhibition. Like their own Dali exhibition, said with a giggle. The artists are looking forward to seeing their art larger than life, and they hope you enjoy it too. Head along and support these artists who are donating 20% of proceeds from sales to the Church for activities such as ‘messy church’ an art inspired activity.

Seniors, Covid & Physical Activity

Navigating through Covid has been a ‘long haul’ for everyone and the restrictions needed to stay safe over the past two years have impacted on many seniors’ overall well-being. “Lots of people stayed away from their regular exercise classes & routines,” says Community Falls Prevention Coordinator at Nelson Bays Primary Health, Angela Baker. “While this may have kept them safe from Covid, it has had a huge impact on their physical strength and balance and increased their risk

is that falls can be prevented by doing the right exercises. “Re-establishing your regular exercise routine is an important step back to normality and it’s the best thing you can do to build leg strength, improve your balance & mood and reduce your risk of falling ... plus it’s fun!” says Angela. “At a class you’ll meet some fabulous instructors, make new friends, and be able to enjoy a cuppa too.” Exercise is key to healthy aging, so Angela suggests that you move your way back to a stronger, more balanced you so that you can continue to live independently for as long as possible. “People may have reservations about re-engaging with exer-

cise programmes they previously attended or

completely understandable, and we want them to know that all necessary precautions are followed to ensure that they are safe in these group environments.” Angela says spacing between participants, the use of hand sanitiser and wearing of m ks, ‘if you prefer’, are easily accommodated. Nelson Bays Primary Health is running a special promotion encouraging older adults to return to classes. During the promotion period, returning and new participants will be able to

(participating community strength and balance a wide variety of classes one that really suits you. You will be in safe hands as all recommended instructors are approved under the ACC Liveself, your body and mind, and join a Community Strength and Balance class. Check out what classes are available by contacting Ange Baker - Falls Prevention Co-ordinator Nelson 021 790 415 or going to www.livestronger.org.nz

A team of volunteers at the Mill Point site.

Above: Artists in the exhibition, from left; Anna Pickersgill-Brown, Sarah Pownall, Vicki Cowling, Pauline Neal, Beth Meikle and Barbara Glass. Absent: Margriet Sly and Amelia Vaille.

Below: A painting by Anna Pickersgill-Brown.

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community Strength & Balance classes welcome you back

Nelson Bays Primary Health Community Falls O cer Angela Baker with exercise instructors Nina Scott, Tiegan Maru, Danuta Newport and Sue Wilson.

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The Plant Barn – June

Safety around underground boxes

These are Network Tasman’s ‘underground boxes’. They are the protective covers we place over the fuses that connect the underground power cables to the service cables conveying electricity to your house or business. As these boxes have live electrical components inside them, it’s important for public safety that they have securely tted covers.

We have about 12,000 underground boxes on our network, most of them in urban areas. As they are generally in public spaces they sometimes get damaged when:

z vehicles accidentally run into them, causing the cover to loosen or crack

z people drill holes or insert screws into them

z some have their covers removed by people not authorised to do so.

These are all dangerous situations, as they can expose you to the live electrical parts inside the box and put you at risk of electrocution.

If a box gets repeatedly damaged by vehicles, we will look at putting protective bollards around it.

Underground boxes must be left alone and only networkapproved contractors are permitted to remove the covers. Putting screws into an underground box or drilling holes into one is extremely dangerous! If anything ever causes you to need to interact with a box please phone us.

If you accidentally damage an underground box, or if you see one that has been damaged, let us know straight away by phoning our fault line 0800 508 100.

If you have any questions about the electricity industry or would like to suggest a potential topic for Network Tasman’s monthly column, please send us an email with ‘News Article’ in the subject line to info@networktasman.co.nz

This month’s challenge - if you’re looking to lower your carbon footprint or be a little more self-reliant – try turning some lawn into a new garden patch for spring! A little work now, then let nature do some of the work over winter.

PREPARE: Turn good deep spadefuls of lawn so the grassy top is now underneath, no need to break it up yet. Cover generously with multiple layers of fallen leaves, compost (hopefully with a few worms in it), vege scraps or any

other organic vegetable matter. Cover with cardboard and weight down with a few rocks. By late September it’ll be easier to deal with and more fertile. A good first crop is potatoes, plant in October and you’ll get new spuds for Christmas. Start looking out for seed potatoes in August.

TEND: June’s typically a time to rake and take notice of the bones or the structure of your garden. Consider the branches you’d like to trim to let more light in

and the perennial plants (Salvias and Penstemons etc) that may need digging up and taming by splitting. Mulch any existing garden space that’s not in use with your last year’s leaf mulch, compost or straw.

SOW: Get one more batch of onions and broadbeans directly in the garden. Look out for onion plants in the next few months if you missed sowing this staple. Believe it or not, it’s time to sow early tomato seed indoors for tunnel or glasshouse. Early

Remember to register your dog by 30 June

If you have a dog aged three months or older it must be registered and microchipped.*

Current registered dog owners will have received their registration letter by email or in the post by now. You can register your dog in person, by mail to any Council service centre, or you can pay online. If you have not received your letter, please contact the Council on 03 543 8400.

The fee for dogs that have not been registered by 31 July will increase by 50% on top of the standard fee.

Free microchipping sessions

Tasman District Council are offering free microchipping sessions from 9.00am – 10.00 am on Fridays at the Richmond Dog Pound, 121 Beach Road, Richmond. Please phone 03 544 3207 to make an appointment.

For more information visit tasman.govt.nz/dog-registration

* Working dogs exempt from microchipping

Doll then Marmande or Russian Red are sweet, juicy, reliable early tomatoes. Look online for some simple creative ideas to make a warm space or tunnel if you like the sound of your own tomatoes for Christmas. Sow from now until a couple of days before the full moon.

PLANT: Get your garlic in ASAP in an open airy spot to help avoid rust.

ENJOY: Camellias are great for over winter. A few of my faves are Early Pearly (usually flowers before seasonal winds brown the flowers), Fairy Blush (compact, subtle pink), Transnokoensis (long branches great for espalier work) and Sweet Emily Kate (groundcover). I’m starting to see cheerful polyanthus and poppies here and there too.

Til next month!

About the writer

Darlene Parkes, owner/operator of Motueka’s The Plant Barn (73 Wildman Road), has been working in gardens for over thirty years. She sees gardening as a small, but powerful way for individuals to participate in the global effort towards environmental stability – not only for food and health, but also as a practice in mindful living. For questions or if you have planet saving ideas you can contact Darlene at: plantbarnpropagators@gmail. com

Are you one of the many people who have wondered “What are all the little black and grey boxes on the footpath/ side of the road …?”

Above left: Camellia Fairy Blush and right; Darlene Parkes.

Esther Clark turned 100 on Friday, 17 June and while many say reaching your 100th birthday is akin to breaking a long-standing sports record, Esther says what helped her reach the

milestone is her philosophy to “take life as it comes”.

With 100th birthdays the benchmark for an elite club of senior citizens, Esther feels blessed to have reached this magical

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number. Birthing 11 children, Esther lost seven as babies, including a set of quads. Her four surviving children sees Esther enjoying 14 grand-children, 37 great grand-children

and three great-great grandchildren. The fit and healthy centenarian is still residing in her own home and enjoyed a celebration at the Motueka RSA over the weekend.

Applications sought for Creative Communities

Tasman District Council’s Creative Communities Scheme has funding available to help groups and individuals running arts projects in Tasman. Creative Communities provides funding to support community involvement in the arts –music, theatre, festivals, mural painting, outdoor sculptures, art in public spaces, kapa haka, singing, art workshops and more.

Funded by Creative New Zealand, the Creative Communities Scheme is designed to support opportunities for communities to participate in the arts. There is a focus on art projects that have a broad community involvement, involve young people or support the diverse arts and cultural traditions of local communities.

Applications are open until Sunday, 10 July. For more information and to complete an application form, visit www.tasman.govt.nz/creativecommunities

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With the ever-escalating price of fuel continuing is depressing rise, it is now time to look at a hybrid vehicle. No range anxiety, no extra cost of ownership, while still having all the comforts of a fantastic vehicle. We have a huge range which now includes a large selection of imported C-HR Hybrids. These are extremely fuel efficient and most are equipped with Toyota's Safety Sense package to keep you and your family as safe as can be. These are on the yard now so don't wait. Come in and test drive these fantastic cars. See you soon.

Esther Clark celebrates her milestone with the Tasman Ladies Bible Studies group. Back from left; Robyn Crudge, Chrissie Carter and Margaret Paynter. Front from left; Linda Morley, Betty Holyoake, Esther Clark, Barbara White and Rosemary Paynter.

Whack a Wobber Day

By Brendan Alborn

Kahurangi, the Huia Hawks and Riwaka all recorded victories over their Waimea Old Boys opponents on Saturday to make it three from three over their traditional rivals. These wins propelled each of the local sides into the top four of their respective competition ladders to potentially set up a slew of finals rugby come the pointy end of the season.

The Kahurangi Men were far too good for a Waimea side missing many of its regular players due to illness and injury. Despite scoring eight tries, this was not a vintage Rangi performance with many players who have displayed a safe pair of mits all season struggling with their handling in drizzly conditions. Many promising attacking moves were ruined with Kahurangi dropping more pills than a pharmacist with a bad case of the shakes. When they did succeed in holding the ball for multiple phas-

es Kahurangi varied their point of attack extremely well, scoring some wonderful tries. Halfback Louie Chapman controlled the match expertly, belying the slippery conditions with accurate passing and box kicks as the situation dictated. Angus Fletcher was once again the everywhere man, a constant menace in defence but also the forward recording the most run metres with a series of strong bursts.

Also playing at Jubilee Park, the Huia Division Two team played out a tense, high quality game with

an evenly matched Waimea Colts team.

Former All Black Ben Franks, in his first game for Huia since JAB rugby, scored a try and provided plenty of go-forward. Evergreen midfield back and freak-of-nature, Kenny Eggers, was on hand to score the matchwinning try deep into injury time to make the final score 22-15. Meanwhile, across the bay at Cooks Reserve, Riwaka beat the Waimea Division Two side by 48-5.

In the final game of their inaugural season the Kahurangi Women were soundly beaten by Marist

Matariki in Motueka

This Friday from 5-6pm Te Oro Ha will present a free Matariki performance outside Te Noninga Kumu, The Motueka Library. People are asked to dress warmly and bring a deck chair or rug to sit on.

If wet or too cold they will move inside.

After years of per-

forming Matariki shows with Riverside and Te Awhina Marae Community the opportunity to mark the first official Matariki holiday is an honour.

Gaynor RikihanaTakao, and Maihi Barber will take the stage enhancing the poetry of Donna McLeod.

Bob Bickerton, Sean Delany and Callum O’Leary will intertwine with soundscape. Come and celebrate this new holiday with them, and hear the ancient stories of Matariki.

Nga mihi o Matariki, Te tau hou Maori.

Motueka Bridge

36-5. Despite remaining winless in this first season the side played with plenty of heart and will look to continue building on the progress made in their first season next year.

The Kahurangi Men’s next match is away to Stoke at 2.30pm this coming Friday, 24th before hosting Nelson in their previously postponed match at Riwaka on Wednesday the 2 June at 7.30pm. The Huia Hawks are up against Stoke also on Friday, 24 before the Kahurangi game, while Riwaka have the bye.

Kahurangi’s Ben Johnston in action. Photo: Lucy Te Hira.

Our regions artistic and creative community is perhaps the largest in the country. Some of the paintings, sculptures, pottery, jewellery, woodwork and photographs produced by these artistic types are truly outstanding original and slightly off-beat. This week we celebrate the incredible artistic talents as well as our astonishing region.

We enjoy a unique micro climate here in Motueka with not just hot long summer days but also clear blue skies, allowing us to make the most of a variety of outdoor activities throughout the year.

Tasman District is home to three extraordinary national parks – Kahurangi National Park, Nelson Lakes National Park and Abel Tasman National Park – each offering a surprisingly diverse range of sightseeing opportunitiesfrom the golden sandy beaches, turquoise blue waters and lush native forest of the Abel Tasman, to the alpine vistas and glacial lakes of Nelson Lakes, to the untracked wilderness and wonderful wildlife of the Kahurangi.

You’ll see an abundance of nature and wildlife either on your own trip or as part of a guided walk, or spot seals, penguins and dolphins from one of the many scenic cruises through our pristine marine reserves.

Motueka River is one of New Zealand’s premier brown trout fisheries having a very high population of both resident and sea run trout, some to trophy size. The river

contains a range of water types from long riffles, long glides, boisterous rapids and deep pools. A beautiful and challenging river to fish.

The Great Taste Trail is a terrific way to tour the attractions of this popular holiday destination between Motueka and Kaiteriteri. Its mix of rural, urban, coastal and riverside scenery is a fabulous feast for the eyes. Natural beauty is only part of the appeal, with this trail serving up a tantalising array of tasty attractions – from art galleries and boutique shopping, to fruit stalls, cafes, craft beer pubs and winery restaurants.

In Golden Bay it’s well worth a visit to Te Waikoropupú Springs – the largest freshwater springs in New Zealand, producing roughly 14,000 litres per second of some of the most optically clear water ever measured.

Paper Nautilus Cafe in High Street, Motueka could well be the only Steam Punk style cafe in New Zealand. You’ll find a number of artistic pieces inside, as well as genuine Japanese sushi, it’s well worth a visit.

Google The Crystal Shop Motueka for a virtual tour Open 7 days. 10am - 5pm

One of the artists that feature at Purpose is Robin Slow, some locals will be familiar with his work he also has an interesting backstory.

For 31 years Robin Slow taught art at Golden Bay High School in Takaka. The teaching of art was a major focus for him but in turn it provided a learning and development opportunity for his own work and progression. Along with this also, was the extensive work that he has done with the whanau at Onetahua Marae. Producing murals, traditional instruments, weaving, kowhaiwhai and carving, while having overall responsibility for the design and layout of the wharenui.

at this time is being discovered in a painter’s world, however he is already an established household name in world of photographic artistry. His painting is born out of a lifetime career in professional photography.

Adrian’s painting eye is very much like his photographic eye, and carries with it the attention to realistic detail. His talents in the arts are wide, particularly in fine art photography and now painting in oils. Adrian considers himself extremely fortunate to have been able to stay with his chosen vocation in the arts for over fifty years.

Using his wealth of experience in light, colour, form and dimension is seen in the natural transition he now brings to the canvas.

This talented artist has achieved the highest distinction possible from the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, plus many other awards both in New Zealand and overseas, he has served on the Honours Council for 5 years, which runs the institute’s awards and judging programme.

A magnificent piece by celebrated Golden Bay artist Robin Slow at Purpose Gallery in Mapua.

One of Adrian Barrett’s unique pieces

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While you are in Golden Bay, do stop in at Monza Gallery in Commercial Street, Takaka. Monza is set within a charming colonial building in the heart of town and is home to some of the finest local art in Golden Bay.

Feast your eyes on paintings, jewellery, sculpture, woven baskets, pottery, greeting cards and more... made in Golden Bay.

Tasman art treasures

Back in Motueka on High Street are two exceptional locations to visit. Paper Nautilus Café, could well be New Zealand’s only Steam Punk Cafes. Owned by husband and wife team Ryu and Ryoko Takahashi, Paper Nautilus has the best sushi in town, if you are hungering for Japanese food, they are the place to go they also create kiwi kai. Ryu’s barrister skills are legendary, not only does he create the perfect traditional NZ flat white, but he also uses a variety of other coffee brewing techniques including both syphon and cold brew coffee.

As an artist, Ryu has been immersed in Steam Punk culture since the ‘80’s, before it became such a worldwide trend. There are numerous pieces of art at Paper Nautilus including intricate sculptures and the most fantastic hats.

Further along High Street is Motueka’s beloved Crystal Shop, where you will find an eclectic blend of hidden treasures just waiting to be discovered. From ancient crystals to spiritual books, stunning mosaic lamps to locally crafted antiquities there is a unique blend of curiosities and fascinating items to uncover. You can find whimsical fairies and guardian dragons, or maybe you would prefer to create your own necklace from a gorgeous selection of crystal beads.

In Tasman, located at the Kina Beach Pennisula you can find works by Nicholas Duval-Smith

Nicolas was born and educated in Otepoti (Dunedin) He studied at the Otago Polytechnic

Wines of the Week

Week 27 June: Kumeu River 2021 Chardonnay – a low yielding vintage that is particularly concentrated, with preserved lemon aromas and a dense layered palate. Perfect with our Salmon Pizza

Week 4 July (USA Independence Day!) – Sebastiani 2019 Zinfandel - succulent and smooth on the palate with plump mouthfeel and silky tannins, finishing long and soothing. Try this with our Parma Pizza

Week 11 July: Milton Gisborne 2019 Chardonnay (organic) – A smooth-textured, crowd-pleasing wine that delivers plenty of flavour. Match this with our vegetarian Claudia Pizza

Week 18 July: Alpha Domus 2018 The Navigator – This classic blend of the famous Bordeaux varieties shows rich, ripe plum and blackberry flavours with hints of spice and fine oak. Delicious paired with our Nonna Perano Pizza.

Sculpture by Nicholas Duval-Smith Monza Gallery houses a diverse collection of art

New at Rimu – the Wine Shop with a great range of wines and spirits to take away.

Time to shine / He wã pîataata

Covid-19 has put a spotlight on the voluntary sector. It highlighted the sector’s vital contribution to unity, kindness and the wellbeing of New Zealanders. It mobilised younger people to fill in when vulnerable volunteers had to stand down. It saw whãnau and friends uniting behind things that mattered most to them.

This year, National Volunteer Week coincides with the new public holiday for Matariki (24 June). Matariki is the time many Mãori and an ever-growing number of Tauiwi in Aotearoa and around the world gather family and friends and reflect on the past, celebrate the present and plan for the future.

This Te Wiki Túao ã-Motu / National Volunteer week, the theme is ‘Time to Shine / He wã pîataata.’

If you are one of those who has been thinking about getting involved in your community and making a difference, then the Volunteer Expo is a great place to start your search. This unique expo will take place on Saturday 25 June from 10am to 2pm at the Annesbrook Community Church, Saxton Road. The exhibitors are all community organisations that depend and need volunteers. It’s a great opportunity to have a face-to-face conversation about volunteering. There are over 30 community organisations to speak to, providing a wide range of opportunities.

National Volunteer Week 19-25 June 2022 honours the collective energies and mana of all our volunteers in Aotearoa. More than one million people across Aotearoa volunteer for an organisation, contributing $4 billion to the economy. Much more happens within communities and informally between people.

Nelson Tasman Hospice is a critical organisation for the region offering palliative care for an average of 240 patients monthly.

Some of our amazing local St John’s volunteers

Krisca Gould the Volunteering Programme Manager says “Volunteers give their time to enhance our services. Some of our volunteers help free up paid staff time, so staff can focus on key tasks.”

One of these volunteers is Coral Haussmann who volunteers in the inpatient unit. She says,

“My role is to have conversations with local people and I always go home with a big smile on my face. At the end of the day, I know I’ve done something really good for those people I’ve sat with and for the community.”

Volunteer Nelson is the hub for volunteering. Ellie Young, Community Coordinator at Volunteer Nelson, says “Volunteering is a great way to connect and participate in your community. It’s a win for your own wellbeing and supports the mahi of local organisations.”

She encourages people to go to their website www.volunteernelson.org.nz and look at the opportunities on offer. Also, check out their Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Volunteernelson

Let’s take the time to reflect / whaiwhakaaro on all those who give mahi aroha / volunteer for their communities. It’s a time to recognise and celebrate volunteers, a time to shine / pîataata. It’s Matariki, a new year and a fresh start; a time to dream / moemoeã and make plans for the future.

Benefits of volunteering

Volunteering is part of New Zealand’s culture and a positive way to contribute to society by giving time and skills to help others. It brings a wide range of personal benefits including enjoyment, a sense of purpose and belonging within the community, higher levels of life satisfaction, and a feeling of connection. Volunteering also improves health and social relationships too.

People volunteer for all sorts of reasons – they may be out of work, retired, or just have skills and some spare time they want to use to help others.

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Having volunteering listed on your resume can be a really positive addition. It shows prospective employers that you are willing to get involved in your community. Some volunteer organisations will also give you a reference to help you secure paid work.

Results of Deloitte research showed that 82% of employers preferred applicants with volunteering experience.

Finding volunteer opportunities

If you are considering volunteering, stop in at Community House in Decks Reserve they may know of local community organisations that need assistance. Other ideas include volunteering at one of our local charity stores, schools or rest homes. As previously mentioned, Volunteer Nelson helps to match up volunteers with organisations in the greater Nelson Tasman region, including Motueka and is another good starting point.

You can also contact organisations directly to ask about volunteering opportunities. Look on community noticeboards like those at our local suppermarkets. There are a myriad of groups that rely on volunteers and provide volunteering opportunities. Here are a few examples:

• Animal welfare charities, e.g. SPCA, Motueka RDA

• Counselling and support services, e.g. Habitat for Humanity, Nelson Hospice

• Public safety services, e.g. Fire and Emergency New Zealand, Motueka Community Patrol

• Health organisations, e.g. St John’s, Cancer Society

• Youth organisations, e.g. Youthline, local schools

• Conservation organisations, e.g. Project Janszoon, Abel Tasman Birdsong Trust, Tasman Bay Guardians

• Sports, social and creative groups, e.g. Local rugby and netball clubs, Motueka Seniors Hub

MOTUEKA RED CROSS WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OUR LOYAL CUSTOMERS FOR BOTH DONATIONS AND SUPPORTING OUR SHOP. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE SHOP ARE RETURNED TO THE COMMUNITY. AND THANK YOU TO ALL OUR INCREDIBLE VOLUNTEERS

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What can you do as a volunteer?

There are all sorts of activities you can get involved in through volunteering. Some roles may need specialist skills and an ongoing, regular time commitment, but many do not. The types of activities you can do are endless, and range from administration, accounting and research to gardening, retail, teaching and sport.

Thank You !

We'd like to thank the 500+ Nelson Tasman residents that volunteer for our community Hospice.

If you'd like to join the team, please contact Krisca Gould on 03 546 3912 or email krisca.gould@nelsonhospice.org.nz

Motueka Community Swimming Pool

THE MOTUEKA COMMUNITY SWIMMING POOL FUNDRAISING COMMITTEE TOTALLY SUPPORT THE NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK CONCEPT.

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Become a Fire and Emergency NZ volunteer

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) have over 600 fire stations across the country, including a number in our region; Marahau, Kaiteriteri, Ngatimoti, Tapawera, Upper Moutere, Mapua, Motueka, Tasman Rural, Wainui Bay, Takaka and Collingwood. They are always on the lookout for volunteers and welcome people with life experience, varied educational backgrounds and adults of all ages to join them.

Our volunteer firefighters are essential, not only do they fight fires, these brave dedicated individuals attend medical incidents, motor vehicle accidents, severe weather events and other requests for help. They also install and check smoke alarms and help to improve fire safety in our communities.

There are many reasons why people volunteer with Fire and Emergency. Some join because they want to contribute to their community. Others join to be part of a team and to learn new skills, but most importantly people join to help others and keep our region safe.

Volunteering as a firefighter is all about having the heart, drive and determination to make a difference when it’s needed the most. The role you could play as a volunteer for FENZ depends on both the needs of our local stations and the skills you can offer.

A new date has been set for this year’s Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge of Saturday, 20 August. Support our local team by donating via https://firefighterschallenge.org.nz/t/motuekavolunteerfirebrigadeteam

You could be a hands on at an emergency, working with locals to build safe communities, or you could provide support to those who are. The one aspect all roles have in common is that they require you to attend regular training and that you participate in stations activities.

If you’re a team player, would like to learn new skills and make your community safer, get in touch with your local fire station and make a difference. Find out more at https://www.fireandemergency.nz/volunteering/wantto-join-us/

VOLUNTEERS AT MOTUEKA HIGH SCHOOL ALWAYS WELCOME PLEASE CALL IF YOU CAN OFFER YOUR TIME FOR:

• Motueka High School “Friends of the School”

• Serving food at our Breakfast Club in the morning

• Help with school reading programmes

• Support students in class with academic needs

Please contact the school o ce, phone 528 9050 or email admin@motuekahigh.school.nz

Volunteer Week

Motueka District Museum Phone 528 7660

CELEBRATING VOLUNTEER WEEK

On behalf of the Trust Board and staff

I would like to express sincere thanks to all our volunteers, without whom we could not operate the museum. Not only do you help our visitors by providing information and a friendly smile, many of you also help out in other areas not seen by the general public.

If you wish to volunteer please contact Jen.

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St John Therapy Pets coming to Tasman and West Coast towns

Does your fur-baby have what it takes to be a St John Therapy pet? If you think they do and you live in Nelson, Marlborough, Greymouth or Hokitika, then this could be their chance to shine. St John is currently looking to recruit volunteers and their pooches to join the programme, which is coming to Tasman and West Coast towns soon.

Pam Hall, St John Community Care Manager, says the popular community service programme offers the opportunity for volunteers to enhance the lives of others by sharing their animal companions with those who reside in rest homes, private and public hospitals, rehabilitation units, healthcare facilities, or attend local schools throughout New Zealand.

“We are currently looking for volunteers and their canine friends to be part of the new Therapy Pets teams in Nelson, Marlborough, Greymouth and Hokitika. We’re looking for dogs and owners that have a friendly, calm, and gentle temperament and are good with both the very young and the elderly. All pets will be evaluated by a qualified animal assessor to ensure they have a suitable temperament and training.”

Ms Hall says the most common feedback from existing St John Therapy Pet volunteers is that they love seeing the joy their pet brings to the people they visit.

“We hear a lot of stories from residents at the rest homes visited by our volunteers and pets, talking about how much they enjoyed the experience for days and weeks afterwards,”

Ms Hall says that regular affection from a visiting animal can make a significant difference in the physical and emotional health of the residents.

“Animals don’t judge or criticise, and they treat everyone equally. They aren’t shocked by human ailments, frailties, disabilities, or confusion. They can reduce the

in the room to the animal. The child can then experience learning as fun, informal and less intimidating because they are reading to a non-judgmental, unconditionally devoted listener,” Ms Hall says.

stress and fears associated with illness or old age and they offer unconditional love and friendship. The time commitment for this role is one hour per week. Therapy Pets also includes the Reading Education Assistance Dogs (READ) programme, which is based in schools,” Ms Hall says.

“For children, close physical contact with a dog helps to reduce stress. It shifts the child’s focus from the people

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19-25 Fire & Emergency are on the lookout for commited new Male & Female Volunteers are proud to support The National Volunteer Week New members welcome

We MOTUEKA LIONESS CLUB Collingwood Fire Station Phone 027 713 4809 • Elizabeth St, Collingwood

Netball

3 MHS Maunga MHS Snr Social Shinade Hamilton / Emma Graham

4 Huia Ora Huia Mauri Steph Christofferson / Amanda Stilwell

3 MHS 10 Tūī Rebel Raiders Jess King / Aimee Seyb

4 ROG Royal Huia Māna Mel Kelly / Lou Betts

2 MHS 9 Rimu TBC ( Snr Social / Maunga ) Wini Kelly / Lou Betts

3 Renegade Raiders TBC ( Snr Social / Maunga) Carly Graham / Amanda Stilwell

4 ROG Blue TBC ( Ora / Mauri ) Mel Kelly / AJ Binns

2 Vikings TBC ( Ora / Mauri ) Marcela Blomfield / Emma Graham

3 Huia Kaha MHS Ngā Whetū Trish Ross / Molly Wilson

4 Rogue Raiders AJ Binns / Rochelle Roberts

BYE: Huia Wairua

Tapawera’s Nigel Warnes in action when he won the NZ Master Singles title for Indoor Bowls 9-4 this month.

Motueka Bowling Club

Results of the Motueka Bowling Club’s Drawn Triples Tournament held on Saturday, 18 June 2022.

The tournament was generously sponsored by Super Liquor Motueka. 16 teams, a full green, played lawn bowls on the new synthetic green. Four games were played with the last game reduced to 6 ends because of rain.

Results:

1st Dave McLeod, Barry Chinnery, Maurice Dodsworth, from the Richmond club with 4 wins, 23 ends, 57 points

2nd Charlie Edgarton, Joe Trenker, Val Thomsen from the Motueka Club with 4 wins, 18 ends, 44 points

3rd Ty Gurr, Aaron McCorkindale, Alan Smail, composite team with 3 wins, 21 ends, 57 points

The support from Super Liquor in sponsoring this tournament is very much appreciated by all bowlers and the Motueka Bowling Club. Cheers.

Local footballer makes sacrifices for 40-Hour famine

On the weekend of 1 - 3 July 2022, thousands of New Zealand children and young adults will be giving up something for 40 hours. Gone is the old tradition of fasting for 40 hours, now participants can choose their own challenge. When asked what challenges the Motueka AFC youth members had chosen, an array of ideas surfaced. Sacrifices such as no sweets, no phone time, no talking, and wearing one colour of clothes for 40 hours are just some of the ideas. But one youth player has thought a little further out of the box. Harmony Thomas is a year 10 student from Motueka High School and player in the Motueka AFC 13/14th grade Titans. This year she has taken the challenge of 40 hours with no school, supporting poverty stricken children who miss out on

education.

“The right to receive an education should be available to all children. Yet there are children all around the world who do not get this opportunity.

Simple things like having pencils and paper available, can make a huge difference,” says Harmony. To help Harmony in her fundraising effort, simply go to worldvision. org.nz, scroll down to the search bar for ‘Search for a fundraiser to support the 40 hour famine’ and enter Harmony Thomas.

Results:

Motueka Angels Vs Suburbs Swans: lost 6-1

Player of the day: Joeline Jones

ITM 1st XI Vs Nelson Suburbs FC: lost 1-2

POD: Ryan Beurskens

Taste of Turkey 2nd XI Vs Locomotive: lost

0-3

POD: Harry Blackham

Wolves Vs FC

Spartans: won 5 - 2

POD Rupert Clarke

Stingers Vs Nelson Suburbs FC: Won 7 - 1 Pod Cosma

McPherson and kyle bridge

Vipers Vs FC Nelson College: lost 1-3 Pod was archie bridge Cheers

Titans Vs Nelson

Suburbs FC: won 9-2

POD: Brodie Quillan

Wasps Vs Waimea

Plains: draw 4-4

POD: Eddie Johns

Falcons Vs Golden Bay Lost 2-4 Joshua Roldao player of the day

Falcons Vs nelson

lightning: lost 2-4

POD: Charlie Kerry

Spencer

and Tai

Motueka AFC youth member Harmony Thomas is supporting poverty stricken children who miss out on education this 40-hour famine.

Community Notices

Community Notices are free to charitable trusts, gold coin entry where any monies gained go back into a community project. Notices for businesses and organisations who charge for courses or events cost $12.50+gst. No AGMs, sports notices or church notices. We regret if your community notice ad has not made this week’s column, it is due to the popularity of this column and inclusion cannot be guaranteed for free ads.

DEADLINE: 12 NOON MONDAY. 30 WORDS OR LESS BY EMAIL ONLY guardian.motueka@xtra.co.nz

ART WORKSHOPS across July and Aug various workshops in Motueka including music, animation, sculpture, craft, visual art. Book now online at bit.ly/ motuekaart or email winterartmotueka@gmail.com

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Is alcohol causing problems for you in your life? Want to stop drinking but can’t? Maybe we can help. Support meetings every day. Call 0800aaworks 0800 229 6757

BENEFICIARIES & UNWAGED WORKERS TRUST (BUWT) is available to give free advice and support if you are having problems with WINZ, ACC or IRD at Motueka Community House on Thursday mornings.

BETTER BREATHERS CLASS MOTUEKA is bck on! Breathe better, have fun and be more active! Held at the Brass Band Hall, 40 Old Wharf Road, Mondays at 11.30am – 12.30pm. $5 per class. Contact Jess at the Nelson Asthma Society 03 544 1562 or email asthma.nelson@xtra.co.nz

BEEZ NEEZ Leisure Marchers Raffle drawn. Thank you for your support. Winners notified.

DARKNESS AND LIGHT Beyond Duality Delusion and Doubt with Bonni Ross. dharmasphere offers workshops in Motueka. 11th June 9th July 9.3012.00. By dana. Register jane.hobday17@gmail. com

GREYPOWER MOT UEKA welcomes visitors at the Community House office, Decks Reserve, on Wallace street for ongoing service requests. Discount provider list available. Call on 528 9076. or email; greypowermot@gmail.com

GIVE IT A GO Come and try painting with pastels. Free, we will provide materials, tuition, and morning tea. All welcome Tuesday 28 June 9:30-11:30 Mapua

Community Hall

HOUSIE Saturday Friday 25th June 1pm includes afternoon tea.10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 251 4359

INDOOR BOWLS every Monday and Wednesday 1.15 - 3.00pm. All welcome. Contact Brian 528 5492

Motueka Senior Citizens 10 Pah Street.

JUSTICE OF THE PEACE SERVICES Free JP services, including copy certification and witnessing signatures, are available at Elevation Café, 218 High Street, every Saturday from 10am to 12 noon.

KNIT & NATTER Wednesdays 10.30 - 12.30 friendly group all ages includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 251 4359 All

Welcome

MOTUEKA 50+ WA LKING G ROUP www. motueka50pluswalkers.org.nz Walks every Thursday - meet 0845hrs at the Rec Centre car park Old Wharf Road for a prompt 0900hrs departure except the last Thursday of the month – meeting 0930 at the RSA Motueka. Information from secretary50pluswalkers@ gmail.com

MOTUEKA COASTAL BUS service, operates on behalf of Nelson Tasman Community Transport Trust Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays, leaves Motueka i-SITE at 9.30am to Tasman & Mapua, then Richmond CBD & the Aquatic Centre, returns 1pm. Return fare Motueka to Richmond CBD $10. Prebooking essential via Motueka i-SITE 03 528 6543

MOTUEKA DISTRICT BRASS Learn to play a cornet at Motueka District Brass. Tutors available. Email motueka.brass@gmail.com or phone 021 022 33244

MOTUEKA G .R.G. Support group welcomes

accomodation wanted

HOLID AY

A CCOMOD AT ION

Required for my UK based family travelling to NZ this Xmas. Looking for holiday home in Kaiteri/ Little Kaiteri 28 Dec/07

Jan or any part thereof (yes, realise peak of peak season, all accomodation suppliers already fully booked) Flexible as to accomodation but require 5 beds for 5 adults. Please contact me at traceyglass@ outlook.co.nz

grandparents/kin raising/supporting grandchildren. 2nd and 4th Thursday every month 12.30-3pm. Motueka Community House Docks Reserve. Join us for a confidential, relaxed and supportive time with others. Phone 021 133 7299

MOTUEKA MENZSHED Come and have a yarn, a cuppa or do a project. Join MenzShed. Email SecretaryMotMenzShed@gmail.com or just turn up at MenzShed, Marchwood Park, Wednesdays or Thursdays 9am-12pm

MOTUEKA NEWCOMERS New to Motueka? We’re a social group, mostly retired (50+) who meet regularly and welcome newcomers. For further information about regular meet ups and social get togethers, phone Jana 528 4355

MOTUEKA SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCE CLUB meets every Wednesday at 7.30pm, Lower Moutere hall. Fun and social, supper after. Beginners and newbies welcome. For more info ph Fay 03 543 3650

MOTUEKA SENIORNET The Mac Interest Group meets on Monday 27th June 2 pm, 42 Pah st. Join Seniornet Motueka. Phone Kay on 0211095902 or go to www.seniornetmotueka.org.nz

NEED A LIFT? Mapua Willing Wheels Volunteer Drivers Service, affordable transport around Mapua, Motueka, Richmond, Nelson (no airport runs). Contact 022 6822 373 to book a ride / mapuawheels@gmail. com, 24hrs notice required.

NELSON RAILWAY Founders Park. The Railcar will run on Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th June, between 11am & 4pm, weather permitting. Follow us on Facebook.

RADIO CONTROL SAILING at Best Island on Wednesdays and Sundays, weather permitting, usually 1pm onwards. IOMs and Dragon Force etc. New Members welcome. Contact Peter 0275443923 for further information and times.

RED CROSS SHOP Shop open 10-2pm Mon-Fri. All welcome. Donations much appreciated.

RUMMIKUB Thursdays 1 - 4pm friendly group 50 plus includes refreshments. 10 Pah St, Motueka Seniors Hub. Chris 021 251 4359

THE DOCTORSMOTUEKA WALKING GROUP

Meeting on Thursdays at 9AM by the Janie Seddon Shipwreck carpark. Walking for 30 min, suitable for all fitness levels. Make your daily walk more fun and meet new people! Phone: 03 528 8358

TOAST M AST E RS M OTUEKA Toastmasters

Motueka meet 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, St John’s rooms, Jack Inglis Hospital, Courtney St, Motueka. 6.45pm start. Gain speaking confidence, friendly environment. More info, phone Tam 021 0873 8996.

WAL K 4 H EALTH Wednesdays, 10am Mot Community Garden, 30-60 min at your own pace - any fitness level. Contact Well on Track 027 930 5310

WAIMEA COLLEGE 1957 foundation pupils and partners. Let’s celebrate the 65th anniversary. Meeting, Waimea College Hall on Saturday July 2nd at 1pm for afternoon tea and lots of conversation. Contacts J. Bier 021 250 6247 B. Ward bmward@ orcon.net.nz

antiques

$$$ for your antique furniture, paintings, china, clocks and jewellery. Plus quality restoration & reproduction service. Call at Mariri Gallery, Coastal Highway, Mariri, or telephone 0274484430 (weekdays 9am - 4pm).

antiques

ANTIQUE S COLLECTABLES etc

6 rooms to browse inc recent estate lots. BuySell-Value. Open 6 days Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd (The Castle) Richmond (ph 5440723) www. antiquesnewzealand. co.nz

death notice

JOHNSTON

Shirley Joan (nee Phal)

On 12th June 2022. Dearly loved wife of the late Bruce.

Much loved mother and mother-in-law of Leonard and Thu (Christchurch), Lynda and Stephen Day (Motueka), Teresa and Bruce(Christchurch), Kenneth (Whangarei), Colin and Ead (Nelson), Brendon and Sally (Townsville), Craig (Nelson), Pete and Fiona (Nelson).

Treasured Nana of Julian, Lance, Dean, Jason, Bryce, Gregory, Lisa, Kate, Jane, Caine, Nikki, Simon, Lyle ,Maui, Olivia and Kirk.

Cherished Great Nana Shirley to her 27 great-grandchildren.

Precious sister to Peachy, Thank you for being there.

A big thank you to all Nelson Hospital Medical Ward staff and caregivers over the last few years.

Most of all a big thank you to Craig for being with her at 13 Panorama Drive for 23 long years. At Mum’s request a private gathering has taken place. “Out of pain and now at peace.”

Golden Bay Funeral Directors

www.gbmfs.co.nz

death notice

WEYERS

Josephina Maria ‘Jo’

funerals

MEG A SA LE

Motueka, 494 High Street Sat. 25th June, 9am to 3pm Garden furniture, plants, household goods, books, kitchenware. clothing (kids/adults), toys, tools etc. Cancelled if heavy rain.

MOFFATT STREET

death notice

CHRISTIE Stephen Bruce

Passed away Saturday night, June 11, 2022, peacefully in his sleep. Loved and missed by his girls; Teela, Selena, Michaela and Nikita.

As Steve had requested, a funeral will not be held but a celebration of his life will take place in the summer and details of this will be advised closer to the time.

Everything must go. Downsizing. Saturday 25th June 9-12.30pm. Moffatt Street.Table & chairs, Mtn Bike, Tools, Clothes, Books, Miscellaneous

public notice

www.motuekasundaymarket.co.nz

GARAGE SALE

SPECIAL $10

Every Sunday until the end of August

wanted

$$$ TOP PRICES $$$

Estate, Downsizing & General Cleanouts

Tools & Fishing gear

Old shipping items Coins Watches Clocks Oil & Petrol Items

Large NZ Photographs Coloured Glassware Old Tobacco tins & signs Plus much much more Fernleigh Trading Steve ph 027 5380020 or 03 5380020

dentures

Passed away peacefully on 2nd June 2022 with family at her side. Beloved wife of the late Tony; adored mother of Clare, and Monique and Clive; and treasured Oma of Lilly, and Elliott. In accordance with Jo’s wishes a private cremation has been held.

for sale

FU R NITUR E Musical instruments, rugs, mirrors etc. Souchebys Antiques, 75 Gladstone Rd Richmond.

storage

STORA GE Systems

Motueka. Secure self storage available from $6 a week. Ph 528 4060.

Golden Bay Funeral Directors www.gbmfs.co.nz

TASMAN Storage units available from $6.20pw. Clean, dry, secure units.

Insurance approved. 24/7 access. Ph 528 0071.

HANDYMAN Storage. Motueka's newest most secure storage unit. Security cameras.

Insurance approved. 26 Huffam St, Motueka. Ph 0274 344 254. Courtesy trailer available.

CASH PAID FOR OLD WRISTWATCHES SCRAP GOLD & SILVER OLD COINS & JEWELLERY VINTAGE / QUALITY TOOLS, MILITARY & FIREARMS ITEMS GENERAL ANTIQUES ALSO BUYING ESTATE & SHED ITEMS COLLECTION & DOWNSIZING PH TIM GLADSTONE T&B VINTAGE 0800653935 OR 5485235

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LO NG TERM R EN TA L for father and son. 2 bedroom. Motueka/Riwaka area. References Ph Jon 022 642 7519

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OUT OF ZONE ENROLMENTS

Enrolment at the school is governed by an enrolment scheme.

The Board has determined that there are available places for five out-of-zone students at Years 0 - 6 for Term 3 and Term 4 2022.

The deadline for receipt of applications for out-of-zone places is Friday 1st July 2022. Students who live within the home zone and intend enrolling their child will still have places available. Applications for out of zone placements can be made by emailing the following details to o ice@tasman.school.nz:

• Student name

• Date of birth

• Contact phone number

• Address

If the number of out-of-zone applications exceed the number of places available, students will be selected by ballot. If a ballot for out-of-zone places is required, it will be held on Monday 4th July. Parents will be informed of the outcome of the ballot within three school days of the ballot being held.

Tasman School Board of Trustees

NELSON

Support Workers

Live Life Disability Support

It’s hard to beat the feeling that comes from helping others - now imagine if you could have fun, make life-long connections and gain new experiences and qualifications while doing it. We have positions available working a range of shifts and hours. You will be asked to indicate your availability and preferences in your application form.

date: Open until filled.

Ref: N22-DSS-C-June.

Online application, CV and cover letter are required before your application can be processed. Enquiries can be made to Human Resources Nelson telephone: (03) 546 1274 or email vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz

Register for job alerts and view full details of vacancies www.nmdhb.govt.nz/careers